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New advisor on character
Dr. Jeffrey Peterson (above and right) speaks to the attendees and takes an
oath for his new position as the senior advisor to the Character Integration
and Advisory Group (CIAG) in the Thayer Award Room Friday. In January 2020,
West Point established CIAG with the purpose to elevate, develop and integrate
character education across all of the developmental programs. In October
2020, Superintendent Lt. Gen. Darryl A. Williams directed the CIAG and the
Superintendent’s Honor Review Committee to conduct a bottom-up review of
the cadet honor process and to assess the overall effectiveness of the Cadet
Honor Code and the Honor System. The purpose is to ensure the Cadet Honor
Code and Honor System are effectively and efficiently achieving the character
development goals articulated in West Point’s strategic documents.
Photos by Tarnish Pride/USMA PAO
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Cadets settle into spring semester with virtual classes
Virtual learning for the spring semester began Jan. 19 at West Point. Class of
2024 Cadet Haley Pott (above) and other cadets (right and below) delve into
remote learning Jan. 21. Photos by Class of 2024 Cadet Gabrielle Hall
Army tabs Quander as next
Commandant of Cadets
By West Point Media Relations
WEST POINT, N.Y.—The Chief of
Staff of the Army announced that Brig.
Gen. Mark C. Quander will be the next
Commandant of Cadets at the U.S. Military
Academy.
“It is a true honor to be selected as
the 79th Commandant of Cadets. It’s my
responsibility to ensure we are developing
and mentoring our Army’s future leaders
of character while preparing our graduates
to lead in an increasingly complex and
uncertain world,” Quander said. “My family
and I are excited for this opportunity and we
look forward to joining the academy team.
Go Army, Beat Navy!”
Quander graduated from West Point in
1995 and holds a Bachelor of Science in
Civil Engineering; a Master of Science from Brig. Gen. Mark C. Quander
the University of Missouri for Science and in 2002 and 2011; Operation Iraqi Freedom
Technology in Engineering Management; a in 2007; and an earthquake humanitarian
Master of Arts from Georgetown University aid mission to Haiti as a part of Operation
in Public Policy; and a master’s in strategic Unified Response in 2010.
studies from the U.S. Army War College. He is currently serving as the
Quander is an Engineer officer who has Commandant of the U.S. Army Engineer
been a leader at the strategic and tactical School at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and
levels. He has three combat deployments will replace Brig. Gen. Curtis A. Buzzard
that include Operation Enduring Freedom later this year.
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Pointer View IN FOCUS: ON THE GROUND IN WASHINGTON D.C. January 28, 2021 3
N.Y. National Guard Soldiers greet Inauguration Day with relief
Spc. Jorge Garcia Delaware National Guard troops as well as
138th Public Affairs Detachment those from New York. The Soldiers and Airmen
secured the Supreme Court, the Library of
(Editor’s note: Pointer View staff writer Congress, and the Madison building and also
Jorge Garcia has been on the ground in maintained relative security around the Capitol.
Washington D.C. for the past two weeks During the first few days, he felt a feeling
reporting on the work of the National Guard of “veneration” when he entered the Capitol
Soldiers with his National Gaurd PAD unit.) grounds, Barcomb said. It really hit home to
drive into the capital region and see the iconic
WASHINGTON—When President Joe neoclassical architecture of the Capitol and the
Biden delivered his inauguration address Jan. Washington Monument, he added.
20, members of the New York National Guard “Our task force is operating out of the
breathed a sigh of relief after spending 12 days Library of Congress where some of our most
securing the Capitol grounds. treasured documents reside—that sense of
Following the riot at the Capitol on Jan. responsibility is awe-inspiring,” Barcomb
6, New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo said. “The National Guard’s obligation to serve
mobilized 1,000 Soldiers and Airmen in and protect these monuments is essential and
response to a federal request for troops. The 200 critical to the history of the United States and
Airmen and 800 Soldiers moved to Washington to democracy.”
on Jan. 8 and 9. Now, that domestic threats have reached
An additional 250 troops were mobilized the Capitol, the onus is on the Soldiers and
on Jan. 15 and deployed on Jan. 17. Airmen to do everything they can to preserve
New York National Guardsmen, charged the age-old foundations that define the identity (Above) U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 206th Military Police Battalion, N.Y.
with securing the area around the Supreme of the country, he said. National Guard, begin to move out, near the Library of Congress in Washington,
Court building, said they were relieved when “I reflect back on the events from Jan. 6, D.C. Jan. 16. National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from several states traveled
no violence had occurred. which I think will go down in history as a day to Washington to provide support to federal and district authorities leading up
Capt. Christopher Haggard, the logistics similar to that of Pearl Harbor or 9/11, and it to the 59th Presidential Inauguration (below).
officer for Team SCOTUS, the abbreviation was a call to action for the National Guard and U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Pietrantoni
for Supreme Court of the United States, said for the uniformed services, overall,” Barcomb event,” Sgt. Fnu Nakalunkthe, Property Book Detachment team.”
he was relieved the inauguration was a smooth said. “I think there was a sense of a lot of noncommissioned officer (NCO) for Team When service members enlist they take
transition of power. sadness and to some degree of fear as to what it SCOTUS, said. “You can say it was great an oath to protect and defend the constitution
But, he said, the job is not yet done. meant and what it could mean for the country.” teamwork from everyone.” against both foreign and domestic enemies,
“Looking forward, we have to continue Being on duty, it meant being ready for The 1,300 New York Army and Air National Barcomb said. But most people never think
protecting core American values and we have anything, said Sgt. Sofia Castellano, a member Guard members represented every component about the “domestic” part of that oath, he said.
to continue promoting peace and democracy,” of the 104th Military Police Battalion, said. of the New York National Guard, Barcomb “Here we stand just days after a riotous
Haggard said. “That’s an enduring mission and “It’s all about situational awareness,” she pointed out. mob thought they could use violence to silence
I feel it’s important to keep reminding ourselves said. “It’s important to always stay vigilant “We had elements from the 153rd Troop the will of the people, to stop the work of
of our purpose as Soldiers while executing this because, in a mission like this, you can’t get Command, the 27th Brigade, the 42nd Division, our democracy, to drive us from this sacred
mission.” complacent.” and Joint Force Headquarters,” Barcomb said. ground,” President Joseph Biden said during
Col. Jamey Barcomb, the team commander, “I would say — what we did defending “We also had other elements from the 53rd his inauguration address.
said it was awe inspiring to be on duty in the the Capitol is an amazing accomplishment. Troop Command like the 369 sustainment “It did not happen, it will never happen
heart of the nation’s capital. With our military presence here, I feel like we brigade individuals as well as the 53rd Troop — not today, not tomorrow, not ever,” Biden
Team SCOTUS included New Jersey and drastically affected the outcome of this whole Command headquarters and the Digital Liaison added.
N.Y. National Guard Soldiers respond and reflect during mission
Spc. Jorge Garcia said he along with Murphy and several other this mission despite the hardship along the way.
138th Public Affairs Detachment Soldiers recently returned from a 10-month Moreover, Stabell continued to reflect on his
deployment in Afghanistan where they provided experiences in Afghanistan and how it compares
WASHINGTON—With up to 25,000 security for a U.S. commander. to guarding the Capitol.
National Guard members being deployed “While we’re trying to acclimate to the “I think about it and for the most part,
to Washington D.C. as part of the National regular world — unfortunately, we just got everybody we’ve dealt with has been apreciative
Guard’s massive inaugural support security pulled away again,” Murphy said. “Some of us being here — with the occasional one or two
effort, Soldiers assigned to the 206th Military people thought that the deployment was their guys who walk by, yell and run away,” Stabell
Police Battalion never would’ve imagined that last mission — they were like ‘hey, this is my said. “But being overseas, in Afghanistan, we
hundreds of rioters would breach the Capitol and last mission and after this, I’m done,’ but the know that most of the locals probably didn’t
cause a military motion that has not occurred incident that happened in early January halted like us being there, as opposed to dealing with
since the Civil War. many Soldiers plans.” Americans who, for the most part, appreciate In regard to future Soldiers, Murphy feels
“Leaving with such short notice was the Regardless of how difficult deploying to our presence on Capitol grounds.” anyone who is considering the New York
most challenging part of this operation, so far,” Washington was, Murphy and Stabell agree if a Stabell said his experiences throughout his National Guard as a career path, should join
Sgt. Ryan Murphy of the 206th MPB said as he Soldier is willing to go overseas to fight for their Army career have prepared for him for this with realistic expectations.
explained his painstaking experience preparing country, the Soldier should be mentally ready operation and he believes that this mission will “People who want to join the National
to secure Capitol grounds. to do it stateside. For the two Soldiers, whether make him a more well-rounded leader when Guard should just remember the bigger picture,”
“Many of us left jobs, families and kids it’s combating foreign or domestic adversaries, dealing with future Soldiers. Murphy said. “There’s a reason why you joined
behind within a 24-hour notice,” Murphy added. it’s still the same goal — to defend democracy “I’ve covered everything from hurricanes, and you’ve got to understand sometimes,
“I had a 24-hour notice between ‘hey, you’re and the Constitution. floods, snow storms and deployments to defending your nation will not be easy and it
coming in,’ and ‘hey, you’re stepping off.’ So “We signed up to defend the home front Afghanistan,” Stabell said. “Those experiences will sometimes get in the way of your personal
there really wasn’t a lot of time for prepping, and when the country needs help, we show up refine me as a leader and as a Soldier and when life but there’s a bigger picture out there and
packing or saying goodbye to family.” to defend our nation,” Stabell said as he spoke you perform well with the orders you’re given, you’re serving for a better cause, so just try to
Sgt. Timothy Stabell, with the 206th MPB, on the honor he feels in serving his country and leadership recognizes that.” try to keep that in mind always.”
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4 JanUarY 28, 2021 IN FOCUS: HONORING MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. Pointer View
Cadets recite “I Have a Dream” speech during MLK Jr. Observance
By Eric S. Bartelt and speeches, Dr. King’s voice rang out with others?’ and the MLK Day of Service brings us divergent from what is considered acceptable
Managing Editor the call for us to work for a better tomorrow. one step closer to realizing King’s dream. As the today. Society, at large, was dissimilar at that
He challenged us all to live up to the ideals Department of Defense remembers Dr. King on time … the delivery of Martin Luther King Jr.’s
Class of 2021 Cadet Taylor Stringer, a inscribed in founding documents that we are his birthday (Jan. 18), let us reconnect ourselves words were tumultuous to say the least.
member of the Brigade Respect team and the all created equal and endowed with inalienable to the standards to the legacy that lives on and “The language used throughout this entire
cadet-in-charge of the Martin Luther King Jr. rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of the challenges that remain. speech is a direct representation of the exact
Observance, executed an introduction for the happiness. “Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” words spoken by Martin Luther King Jr. and
MLK Jr. virtual event Jan. 21 before 14 cadets “During his lifetime, King strived to speech, Nobel Peace Prize lecture and letter may or may not be perceived as offensive to
recited the “I Have a Dream” speech as part of realize the dream of communities united by from Birmingham Jail are among the most some in today’s society. Now, let us listen to
the observance. inclusion. Each year, on the third Monday in revered orations in the English language. His the words of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a
Below is her introduction and the following January, Americans across the country answer accomplishments are now taught to American Dream” speech by Cadets Yawaywish Laupsa-
is MLK Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s call to action by children of all races and his teachings are Brinoes, Brandi Braggs, Haley Gonzalez,
Aug. 28, 1963 in Washington D.C. that the serving their neighborhoods and volunteering studied by scholars and students worldwide. Allison Ingraham, Kersten Douglas, Isabelle
cadets recited. their time to make a difference and spark “What you are about to hear is an abridged Embola, Margaret Go, Joshua Foust, Pedro
“Martin Luther King Jr. was a premier change. version (full version below) of the speech that Santiago Bonilla, Jonathan-Scott (JJ) Davidson,
advocate of nonviolence and a pivotal leader “Dr. King once said, ‘life’s most persistent was given in the early 1960’s in a time when Tyrese Bender, Paul Tan, Xavier Williams and
of the Civil Rights Movement. In sermons and urgent question is — what are you doing for language surrounding different races was Marquel Broughton.”
Class of 2021 Cadet Brandi
Braggs was one of 14
cadets to recite Martin
Luther King Jr.’
Jr.’s “I Have
a Dream”
Dream” speech Jan. 21
during the virtual MLK Jr.
Observance. Screenshot by
Eric S. Bartelt/PV
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., delivered the unalienable rights of life, liberty and the
his iconic ‘I Have a Dream’ speech at the pursuit of happiness.
March on Washington on Aug. 28, 1963. See It is obvious today that America has
entire text of King’s speech below. defaulted on this promissory note in so far as
her citizens of color are concerned. Instead of
“I Have a Dream” honoring this sacred obligation, America has
I am happy to join with you today in given the Negro people a bad check, a check be neither rest nor tranquility in America until of police brutality; we can never be satisfied
what will go down in history as the greatest which has come back marked “insufficient the Negro is granted his citizenship rights. The as long as our bodies, heavy with the fatigue
demonstration for freedom in the history of funds.” whirlwinds of revolt will continue to shake the of travel, cannot gain lodging in the motels
our nation. But we refuse to believe that the bank of foundations of our nation until the bright day of the highways and the hotels of the cities;
Five score years ago, a great American, justice is bankrupt. We refuse to believe that of justice emerges. we cannot be satisfied as long as the Negro’s
in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, there are insufficient funds in the great vaults But there is something that I must say to my basic mobility is from a smaller ghetto to a
signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This of opportunity of this nation. And so we have people, who stand on the worn threshold which larger one; we can never be satisfied as long
momentous decree came as a great beacon come to cash this check, a check that will give leads into the palace of justice. In the process as our children are stripped of their selfhood
light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who us upon demand the riches of freedom and the of gaining our rightful place, we must not be and robbed of their dignity by signs stating
had been seared in the flames of withering security of justice. guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to “For Whites Only;” we cannot be satisfied as
injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end We have also come to this hallowed spot to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from long as the Negro in Mississippi cannot vote,
the long night of their captivity. remind America of the fierce urgency of now. the cup of bitterness and hatred. and the Negro in New York believes he has
But one hundred years later, the Negro This is no time to engage in the luxury of We must forever conduct our struggle nothing for which to vote.
still is not free; one hundred years later, the cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of on the high plane of dignity and discipline. No! no, we are not satisfied, and we will
life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by gradualism. We must not allow our creative protests to not be satisfied until “justice rolls down
the manacles of segregation and the chains Now is the time to make real the promises degenerate into physical violence. Again and like waters and righteousness like a mighty
of discrimination; one hundred years later, of democracy; now is the time to rise from the again, we must rise to the majestic heights of stream.”
the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty dark and desolate valley of segregation to the meeting physical force with soul force. The I am not unmindful that some of you have
in the midst of a vast ocean of material sunlit path of racial justice; now is the time to marvelous new militancy, which has engulfed come here out of great trials and tribulations.
prosperity; one hundred years later, the lift our nation from the quicksands of racial the Negro community, must not lead us to a Some of you have come fresh from narrow
Negro is still languished in the corners of injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood; now distrust of all white people. For many of our jail cells. Some of you have come from
American society and finds himself in exile is the time to make justice a reality for all of white brothers, as evidenced by their presence areas where your quest for freedom left you
in his own land. God’s children. here today, have come to realize that their battered by the storms of persecution and
So we’ve come here today to dramatize It would be fatal for the nation to overlook destiny is tied up with our destiny. And they staggered by the winds of police brutality.
a shameful condition. In a sense, we’ve the urgency of the moment. have come to realize that their freedom is You have been the veterans of creative
come to our nation’s capital to cash a check. This sweltering summer of the Negro’s inextricably bound to our freedom. suffering.
When the architects of our republic wrote legitimate discontent will not pass until there We cannot walk alone. And as we walk, Continue to work with the faith that
the magnificent words of the Constitution is an invigorating autumn of freedom and we must make the pledge that we shall always unearned suffering is redemptive.
and the Declaration of Independence, they equality. Nineteen sixty-three is not an end, march ahead. We cannot turn back. Go back to Mississippi. Go back to
were signing a promissory note to which but a beginning. And those who hope that the There are those who are asking the devotees Alabama. Go back to South Carolina. Go
every American was to fall heir. This note Negro needed to blow off steam and will now of Civil Rights, “When will you be satisfied?” back to Georgia. Go back to Louisiana. Go
was the promise that all men, yes, black men be content, will have a rude awakening if the We can never be satisfied as long as the back to the slums and ghettos of our Northern
as well as white men, would be guaranteed nation returns to business as usual. There will Negro is the victim of the unspeakable horrors “I HAVE A DREAM,” PAGE 5
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“I HAVE A DREAM,” cont’d from Page 4
cities, knowing that somehow this situation I have a dream today! knowing that we will be free one day.
can and will be changed. Let us not wallow I have a dream that one day down in And this will be the day.
in the valley of despair. Alabama — with its vicious racists, with its This will be the day when all of God’s
I say to you today, my friends, so even Governor having his lips dripping with the children will be able to sing with new
though we face the difficulties of today and words of interposition and nullification — one meaning, “My country ’tis of thee, sweet
tomorrow, I still have a dream. day right there in Alabama, little black boys land of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my
It is a dream deeply rooted in the and black girls will be able to join hands with father died, land of the pilgrim’s pride, from
American dream. little white boys and white girls as sisters and every mountainside, let freedom ring.” And
I have a dream that one day this nation brothers. if America is to be a great nation, this must
will rise up and live out the true meaning of I have a dream today! become true.
its creed, “We hold these truths to be self- I have a dream that one day every valley So let freedom ring from the prodigious
evident, that all men are created equal.” shall be exalted, and every hill and mountain hilltops of New Hampshire; let freedom ring
I have a dream that one day on the red shall be made low. The rough places will be from the mighty mountains of New York; let
hills of Georgia, sons of former slaves plain and the crooked places will be made freedom ring from the heightening Alleghenies Class of 2021 Cadet Tyrese Bender
and the sons of former slaveowners will straight, “and the glory of the Lord shall be of Pennsylvania; let freedom ring from the was one of 14 cadets to recite Martin
be able to sit down together at the table of revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.” snow-capped Rockies of Colorado; let freedom Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream”
brotherhood. This is our hope. This is the faith that I go ring from the curvaceous slopes of California. speech Jan. 21 during the virtual MLK
I have a dream that one day even the state back to the South with. With this faith we will But not only that. Jr. Observance. Screenshot by Eric S.
of Mississippi, a state sweltering with the be able to hew out of the mountain of despair Let freedom ring from Stone Mountain Bartelt/PV
heat of injustice, sweltering with the heat of a stone of hope. of Georgia; let freedom ring from Lookout every city, we will be able to speed up that
oppression, will be transformed into an oasis With this faith, we will be able to transform Mountain of Tennessee; let freedom ring from day when all of God’s children, black men
of freedom and justice. the jangling discords of our nation into a every hill and mole hill of Mississippi. “From and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants
I have a dream that my four little children beautiful symphony of brotherhood. With every mountainside, let freedom ring.” and Catholics, will be able to join hands and
will one day live in a nation where they will this faith, we will be able to work together, And when this happens, and when we allow sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual:
not be judged by the color of their skin but to pray together, to struggle together, to go to freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every “Free at last. Free at last. Thank God
by the content of their character. jail together, to stand up for freedom together, village and every hamlet, from every state and Almighty, we are free at last.”
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8 January 28, 2021 IN FOCUS: KELLER CORNER UPDATES Pointer View
Keller Corner: Weekly updates, COVID-19 info
Keller Corner
This is being done to prevent the spread of illness and to facilitate social distancing by
reducing the amount of beneficiaries in the waiting room.
The in-car, drive-up delivery is done in two easy steps:
1. Call the pharmacy at least two hours prior to arriving. The pharmacy will prepare your
medications to be ready when you arrive. Call 845-938-2271/6619/3812. The pharmacy staff
will coordinate a time for you to come pick up your medication within about two hours.
For a one-stop shop of all updated coronavirus 2. When you arrive at the pharmacy, pull in to one of the numbered pharmacy parking
information, Keller Army Community Hospital spaces—in the upper parking area, and call the pharmacy again to have a hospital representative
notifications, how to stop the spread of COVID-19, bring out your medications out to you.
federal/state/local guidance and the U.S. Military The in-car dispensing service is available from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except
Academy and Army Garrison West Point for Thursdays from 2-3 p.m., when the pharmacy is closed for training.
webpages, visit https://kach.amedd.army.mil/ Beneficiaries, or the representative, picking up medications must provide either a photocopy
West-Point-COVID-19-INFO/. of their DOD ID card, or a high-quality photo (smart phone is acceptable) of the front and back
of the beneficiary’s ID card.
COVID-19 vaccine information Beneficiaries that are subject to restriction of movement (self-quarantine or self-isolation)
The West Point Public Health Town Hall on the COVID-19 vaccine can be found at: can either coordinate through their chain-of-command for a representative to pick-up their
• Keller Army Community Hospital Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ medication, or a beneficiary’s sponsor or representative can pick up their medication.
kellerarmycommunityhospital. For any questions concerning the ‘in-car’ dispensing procedures, contact the Keller Pharmacy
• Garrison West Point Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/USAGWestPoint. at 845-938-2271.
• Keller COVID-19 Vaccine Information page at https://keller.tricare.mil/Health-Services/
West-Point-Dept-of-Public-Health/COVID-19-Vaccine-INFO. JOES lets KACH know ‘how we are doing’
Did you receive a Joint Outpatient Experience Survey (JOES) in the mail after your visit to
COVID-19 and Your Mental Health Keller Army Community Hospital? If so, let us know how we did.
Being aware of your mental health during this Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is JOES has replaced the Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey (APLSS). JOES will combine
paramount. We are familiar with viruses like the common cold and flu, but COVID-19 is new and standardize long-standing methods used by the Army, Navy, Air Force and Defense Health
and presents a situation that none of us could have imagined a few short months ago. Agency/National Capital Region to learn about beneficiary health care experiences with the
COVID-19 has resulted in business closures, social distancing and quarantine and/or safety goal of making them better.
measures, which have led to changes in our daily lives. This single outpatient-visit based instrument will assist military treatment facilities with
There are several steps to reduce anxiety during this pandemic and maintain your mental their goal of becoming a high reliability organization.
health: Keller requests that you don’t forget to fill out the survey if you receive it in the mail. Keller
• There are small things that everyone can do, while practicing social distancing or self- values you your comments and suggestions.
quarantine, to help reduce the amount of anxiety they are experiencing. This includes but is Keller clinics can receive up to $1,000 for each “completely satisfied” survey returned.
not limited to talking to a friend and asking them to be your support, find ways to clear your Surveys returned with satisfactory marks help us keep our clinics up to date with the latest
mind — take a walk or use a meditation application, or using resources like the Crisis Text Line equipment and services available to you.
(Text “MHA” to 741741).
• Realize what you can control and focus on those things that can provide you with some
comfort.
• Be aware of the signs of anxiety. While it’s normal to be worried and stressed, people with
anxiety tend to be more exaggerated in their feelings of worry and tension. Some symptoms
include stomach/digestive problems, increased heart rate, or changes in energy and difficulty
sleeping.
Understand that your concerns are valid and your anxiety is real. The statistics prove that
one out of five people will experience a mental health condition, and five out of five people
go through a challenge that will affect their mental health. Seeking help is a sign of strength.
Go to https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-
anxiety.html for more information.
KACH accepting mammogram screening appointments
Keller Army Community Hospital is accepting appointments for mammogram screenings.
The mammogram screening room is located on the first floor — between the Pharmacy and
Primary Care.
The American Cancer Society says:
• Women ages 40 to 44 should have the choice to start annual breast cancer screening with
mammograms if they wish to do so.
• Women ages 45 to 54 should get mammograms every year.
• Women ages 55 and older should switch to mammograms every two years, or can continue
yearly screening.
• Screening should continue as long as a woman is in good health and is expected to live
10 more years or longer.
• All women should communicate with their primary care physician to be familiar with the
known benefits, limitations and potential harms linked to breast cancer screening.
“This is a big boost for women’s health services at Keller,” said Col. Amy L. Jackson,
commander, Keller Army Community Hospital. “I am glad to see mammogram screenings back
online and encourage everyone to utilize this service.”
Mammogram screening appointments can be scheduled through the Keller Radiology
Department at 845-938-2714, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
KACH Pharmacy continues “in-car medication delivery”
The Keller Army Community Hospital Pharmacy continues “in-car medication delivery” as
a way for patients to receive their medications.
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KACH Appointment Center is temporarily closed
By Robert Lanier • Primary Care: 938-2676. • Beneficiaries can use Secure Messaging
KACH PIO/Public Affairs Specialist o Red Team: 845-938-4114. • Audiology/Hearing Conservation: 845- (https://www.tolsecuremessaging.com)
o Blue Team: 845-938-5959. 938-8281. to send message to your Primary Care
The Keller Army Community Hospital • Mologne Clinic: 845-938-3003. Additionally: Providers, or the Nurse Advise Line by calling
Appointment Center is temporarily closed • Ortho/Podiatry: 845-938-4733. • Beneficiaries enrolled at Keller in 1-800-TRICARE, Option 1, or via the NAL
until further notice. • Physical Therapy: 845-938-3324. TRICARE Prime or TRICARE Plus may website at https://mhsnurseadviceline.com.
Appointments can be scheduled, canceled • Optometry: 845-938-2206. make online appointments for Primary Care We thank you, in advance, for your
or changed by calling the individual clinics • Multi-Specialty Clinic: 845-938-6624. and Optometry at https://www.tricareonline. patience and understanding, and we will notify
for your care. • Occupational Health: 845-938-3055 or com. you when the appointment center re-opens.
Parking around DENTAC, KACH public feedback
KACH seeks public feedback on Internet site
Keller Army Community Hospital launched its new ‘Internet’ site (https://keller.tricare.mil/) — on the TRICARE.
mil platform — on Sept. 3, 2020. We would like to know what you think of it. If you would like to opt-in and provide
feedback on our internet site, this will allow us to learn, adapt and improve your web experience.
Visit https://survey.foresee.com/f/WJwBFSaq5j to participate in the survey.
Construction is occuring at, on and around Building 606,
for an indefinite period of time. This will result in parking
issues for beneficiaries going to Building 606 for dental
appointments. A West Point Shuttle, from Buffalo Soldier
Field to Building 606, has been established to facilitate dental
beneficiaries that are unable to find parking. We thank you,
in advance, for your patience while West Point seeks to
improve the buildings/facilities in and around Building 606.
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WEST POINT MWR CALENDAR westpoint.armymwr.com
Arts and Crafts New Hours of Operation and Retail Gift Shop
The Arts and Crafts has new hours of operation from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays
and Thursdays by appointment only. One person per appointment will be permitted, and
MWR events/offerings
appointments can be made by calling 845-938-4812.
Please stop in the new retail gift shop located at 693 Washington Road. The gift shop has
many custom West Point items to offer and they can be personalized as well. Customers must
wear a mask and gloves while in the facility. For more details, call 845-938-4812 or visit
westpoint.armymwr.com.
FEATURED EVENT Cadet only hours at the West Point Bowling Center
Guns and Roses Couples Target Shooting The cadet only expanded hours at the West Point Bowling Center are from 7:30-11 p.m.
Contest Friday and Saturday nights. Closure is still at 7:30 p.m. for the larger West Point community.
MWR Shooting Sports presents its Guns and Roses Outdoor seating has been added for food/beverage consumption. Indoor dining is permitted
Couples Target Shooting Contest from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 4 with social distancing measures. For more information, call 845-938-2140 or visit westpoint.
and 5 at the Tronsrue Marksmanship Center, located at armymwr.com.
665 Tower Road.
A prize is awarded for the best shot-out target. Join us ODR Cadet Paintball Weekend Packages are ongoing
one night or both. There is a nominal fee for this event. Cadet Paintball weekend packages are available from the Outdoor Equipment Checkout
Register onsite at 665 Tower Road. For more details, call Center. Advanced appointment with minimum 20 participants is required to reserve the course.
845-938-1700 or visit westpoint.armymwr.com. Cost includes gun rental, 500 paintballs, pizza, a non-alcoholic beverage and two hours of
course time. For more details, call 845-938-0123 or visit westpoint.armymwr.com.
West Point Bowling Center Pizza Delivery
Order your pizza for delivery today at the West Point Bowling Center. Delivery hours
are 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and noon-7:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday for West Point
residents only. All menu items are deliverable. Call 845-938-2140.
Dinner-To-Go Delivery Service for West Point Residents
MWR ANNOUNCEMENTS The West Point Club’s Dinner-To-Go is available Monday through Friday.
Place your order by 2 p.m. that day and specify a pick up time between 4–6:30 p.m. and
Victor Constant Ski Area ski passes on sale online pick up your meal at the West Point Club’s Benny Havens Lounge.
The Victor Constant Ski Area 2020-21 ski passes can be purchased online at victorconstantski. Servings for four or six are available for a nominal fee.
com. There is also seasonal equipment and locker rentals available online. For pricing and menu items, visit thewestpointclub.com or call 845-446-5506/5504.
For more details, call 845-938-8810 or visit www.victorconstantski.com.
Evening Hours for Recreational Shooting
Victor Constant Ski Lodge locker rentals The Tronsrue Marksmanship Center is now open for recreational shooting during the evening.
There are 85 seasonal lockers on the lower floor of the Class of ‘48 Victor Constant Ski It is located at 665 Tower Road, adjacent to the Gillis Field House.
Lodge available for rental annually for occupancy by eligible patrons. The hours of operation are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday and
Seasonal lockers are capable of holding two sets of skis, boots and poles, or four pairs of Friday and closed Saturday-Monday. Recreational shooting is open to all DOD cardholders and
skis. Locks are not included. their guests. There are gun rentals, ammunition and targets for sale. For more information about
There is a nominal fee for the seasonal locker rentals. rules and guidelines, call 845-938-1700.
To register online, visit victorconstantski.com or call 845-938-8810 for more details.
2021 Camping Reservations
(NEW) Valentine’s Dinner-To-Go from the West Point Club Reservations for the 2021 camping season is ongoing for active duty military and begins Feb.
The West Point Club’s Valentine’s Dinner-To-Go is perfect for a Valentine’s Day break 16 for all other eligible personnel.
from the kitchen. Place your order by 2 p.m. Monday-Friday and specify a pick-up time Book your reservation noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday by calling 845-935-8810 or 845-938-2503.
between 4–6:30 p.m. Feb. 12.
Pick up your meal at the West Point Club’s Benny Havens Lounge. Servings for four or ACS Relocation Readiness Overseas Briefing
six are available for a nominal fee. No refunds after Feb.10. Have you just received orders for overseas? If yes, you will need to attend the virtual Army
For pricing and menu items, visit thewestpointclub.com or call 845-446-5506/5504. Community Service Relocation Readiness Overseas Briefing. As a part of your outprocessing, you
are required to attend this briefing. To register, contact the ACS Relocation Readiness Program at
Lake Frederick Winter Cabin Rentals through March 31 845-938-3487. For more details, visit westpoint.armymwr.com.
Enjoy Lake Frederick this fall and winter season. Bunk House rentals will be available to
rent through March 31 at a nominal fee. The rentals include heat, mini fridge, picnic table,
fire ring and charcoal grill.
Now available, four family style cabins with dining and table sitting area. Wood, bagged
ice and Lake Frederick patches available for purchase.
For more details or to book your reservations online, visit westpoint.armymwr.com or
call 845-938-2503.
Framing and engraving with West Point Arts and Crafts
The custom framing experts at West Point Arts and Crafts can turn any achievement into
a timeless work of art. Choose from over 500 quality moldings, 450 acid-free mats and opt
for UV-Protective glass to prevent fading.
Arts and Crafts also offer engraving for any special occasion.
Give them a call for any special engraving items you may have.
Arts and Crafts easy and quick pricing allows you to design to your budget. For more
details, call 845-938-4812.
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We s t P o i n t F a m i l y H o m e s
LifeWorks program offers events
and activities throughout the year to
foster community spirit and a strong
neighborhood environment.
Like us on our Facebook page at
West Point Family Housing resident
portal to find out new information and
updates regarding about community
and LifeWorks events. Join us
whenever possible for LifeWorks
events. The events are always free
and open to current West Point Family
Homes residents.
These are the LifeWorks events
for January:
• Snow Sculptures—Enjoy the
winter sunshine, fresh air and snowy
months. We love to see pictures of any
snowmen, igloos, ice sculptures or
anything creative made out of snow.
Please email pictures to jgellman@
bbcgrp.com. We will be accepting
photos until the last snowfall.
• Inspire your Heart with
Art Day—Inspire your Heart with
Art Day is a day to celebrate art
and the effect it can have on your
heart (emotions). LifeWorks has
planned an activity to inspire your
little “heart-ist.” Coloring pages can
reduce stress and is a lot of fun. Kids
and adults alike will enjoy coloring
these fun posters featuring some
loving creatures. Stop by for fun,
creative coloring craft project outside
LifeWorks office at 126 Washington
Road from 2-4:30 p.m. today.
To register, email jgellman@
bbcgrp.com.
• Fun for the family! Think
Outside the Box: Upcycle
Sculpture Challenge—Take a
break from remote work and studies
in your house and put your heads
together to create a holiday sculpture
using the BOX as a foundation.
Pick a theme and imagination is
your only limit. Save those delivery
boxes and metal tins. Work with
cardboard, paper, plastic or metal.
If you can recycle it, you can use it.
Register your masterpiece by
emailing a photo to jgellman@
bbcgrp.com by Friday.
Our events are created with you,
our residents in mind so if you have an
idea or a suggestion you are interested
in, please feel free to share it.
To find out about our upcoming
events, you can “like” us on Facebook
at https://www.facebook.com/
WestPointFamilyHousing/ or on
The Resident Portal under “Calendar
Events.”12 January 28, 2021 Sports Pointer View
Sophomore forward Sabria Hunter drives to the basket and scores two of her 13 points to help lead Army West Point women’s basketball over Navy, 63-58, at
Christl Arena on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Army Athletic Communications
Women’s basketball sinks Navy in Sunday showdown
By JJ Klein points, Navy fought ahead with a run of their own, taking its that time,” Hunter said. “I was focusing on finishing those plays
Army Athletic Communications first lead with 2:10 to go in the first half. The Mids would hang and vice versa finding people when they were open. I think we
onto that lead for the remainder of the first half, entering the did a good job of utilizing each other today.”
The Army West Point women’s basketball team topped break with a 25-23 advantage. Fallon led all scorers with nine
service academy foe Navy with a 63-58 victory at Christl Arena points at the half. Highlights and notes
on Sunday afternoon. Army made its move in the third quarter, as Navy could not • As a team, Army started the second half 0-5 from the floor,
“I’m really proud of how we bounced back,” head coach get the offense started, going scoreless for the first 5:16 of the but hit eight of its next nine attempts — a span that extended from
Dave Magarity said. “This is such an emotional game. We did second half. the six-minute mark of the third to early portion of the fourth.
have a lot players playing in their first service academy games.” The Black Knights took their first lead since the opening • McNaughton set career-highs in points (12), rebounds (5)
After a slow offensive start to the afternoon, the Black minutes after McNaughton knocked down a game-tying three and assists (4) on the day.
Knights rode a 52% shooting percentage in a 37-point second and followed with a layup to put Army ahead. The freshman • By the end of the first quarter, McNaughton had matched
half to fight back for the victory. gave Army the lead on three different occasions in the quarter, her previous high in helpers with three.
Four different players reached double digits for Army, with posting 11 of her career-high 12 points in the third quarter alone. • Fallon registered her 10th double-digit scoring effort of the
junior guard Alisa Fallon leading the way with 14 points and eight “As a team we were doing really well moving the ball, moving season and the 31st of her career.
rebounds on the afternoon. Freshman guard Sam McNaughton off ball, having good cuts and my teammates found me open and • This was Hunter’s second time this season scoring in double
had a career day, posting career highs in points (12), rebounds I just kept knocking them down,” McNaughton said. digits and was the seventh time of her career.
(5) and assists (4). The fourth quarter would belong to the Black Knights, with • Murray recorded her fifth game scoring in double figures
In just over 18 minutes of play, sophomore forward Sabria Army outscoring Navy 23-21 in the final 10 minutes to clinch of the season and her first during Patriot League play. The Boise,
Hunter totaled 12 points and seven rebounds. Junior forward the victory. Idaho, native started 1-8 from the field, but connected on three
Kate Murray was the other member of the Black Knights to Nine of Hunter’s 13 points came in the second half. The of her last four attempts.
score in double figures with 10 points, seven of which came in Austintown, Ohio, native shot 4-7 from the field in the latter • The Black Knights had just one turnover in the first quarter.
the fourth quarter. stanza. • Army cut Navy’s lead in the all-time series to 39-38.
After Army got the scoring started with the game’s first six “Personally, I was focused on being what the team needed at • In Patriot League play, Army is 3-1 on Sundays.Pointer View January 28, 2021 13
The Army West Point rifle team topped Akron, 4,682-4,663, Saturday afternoon in Palmyra, Penn. Army had four members reach the 590-mark in air rifle and
two shooters hit the 580-mark in smallbore. Sophomore Emily Gay (above) posted a career-high score of 593 in air rifle, which was tied with freshman Anusha
Pakkam and senior Clayton Hanson (below) for the second-best score of the match. Photo by Army Athletic Communications
Rifle tops Akron 4,682-4,663, in Palmyra
By JJ Klein • Pakkam had the highest mark with 1,173.
Army Athletic Communications • Junior Lauren McMahan had the second
highest tally with a mark of 1,172.
The Army West Point rifle team topped • Hanson’s 1,171 was the third highest tally
Akron, 4,682-4,663, Saturday afternoon in of the match.
Palmyra, Pennsylvania.
Army had four members reach the 590- Smallbore: Army 2,318, Akron 2,310
mark in air rifle and two shooters hit the 580- • McMahan posted the highest score of the
mark in smallbore. match with a mark of 582.
Sophomore Emily Gay posted a career-high • Right behind her was Pakkam, who
score of 593 in air rifle, which was tied with recorded a score of 580.
freshman Anusha Pakkam and senior Clayton • Hanson and freshman Kyle Kutz rounded
Hanson for the second-best score of the match. out the scoring for the Cadets with scores of
“We did really well for our first match 578.
back,” Gay said. “It’s great to travel again
and I’m excited to beat Navy in a couple of Air Rifle: Army 2,364, Akron 2,353
weeks. Air rifle went well for me today, so I’m • Akron’s Andre Gross led pack with a
excited to keep the momentum going for our mark of 595.
next match.” • The Black Knights held the next four
highest scores. Pakkam, Hanson and Gay each
Aggregate: Army 4,682, Akron 4,663 shot 593 in air.
• Army had the top three individual • McMahan posted a score of 590 to close
aggregate scores. out the scoring for the Cadets.14 JanUarY 28, 2021 Pointer View
Hockey wins 4-1, sweeps Holy Cross
The Army West Point hockey team completed the series sweep of Holy Cross with a 4-1 victory on Friday at Hart Center Rink in Worcester, Mass. A night after
riding three unanswered goals to a win, the Black Knights scored four unanswered goals to claim their fourth victory in their last five games. After falling
behind 1-0, Army evened the game just 13 seconds later when junior forward Daniel Haider sent home a rebound to even the score 1-1. The Black Knights
jumped ahead on a sophomore defenseman Anthony Firriolo (above) one-timer and extended the lead on freshman forward Lincoln Hatten’s second goal
of the year. Senior goaltender Trevin Kozlowski continued his hot streak, winning his fourth consecutive start. The streak ties the longest of his career, as
he claimed four straight wins in a stretch in November and December 2019. Photo courtesy of Army Athletic Communications
Sports calendar
HOCKEY
FRIDAY, 5:05 P.M.—SACRED HEART, TATE RINK.
GYMNASTICS
SATURDAY, 2 P.M.—OKLAHOMA, GROSS CENTER (VIRTUAL).
MEN'S BASKETBALL
SATURDAY, 2:30 P.M.—COLGATE, CHRISTL ARENA.
SUNDAY, 3 P.M.—COLGATE, CHRISTL ARENA.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
SATURDAY, 3 P.M.—COLGATE, HAMILTON, N.Y.
**VIEW ARMY WEST POINT SCHEDULE AT WWW.GOARMYWESTPOINT.COM/CALENDAR.ASPX?. SUNDAY, 3 P.M.—COLGATE, HAMILTON, N.Y.SPortS
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The Army West Point men’s basketball team bounced back from Saturday’s defeat with an 87-78 victory over service academy rival Navy at Alumni Hall on
Sunday. Four Army players reached double-digit points in the game, with senior guard Lonnie Grayson (above) leading the team with 19 points.
Photo by Army Athletic Communications
Men’s basketball bounces back to take down Navy in Annapolis
By Nick Lovera career-high 18 points on the afternoon. The loss open the game, the Black Knights were able to the midway point of overtime, but Army would
Army Athletic Communications is Navy’s first in the Patriot League this season. stretch the lead to as much as 10 at the midway charge right back, outscoring the Midshipmen
“Being able to bounce back says a lot about point of the first half. Navy fought back with 16-7 in the extra period to close out the victory.
The Army West Point men’s basketball our team,” Allen said. “I have been incredibly a run of their own, evening the game at 26-26
team bounced back from Saturday’s defeat impressed with the mental toughness of our with three minutes to go before Army took a Highlights and notes
with an 87-78 victory over service academy team and how they’ve been able to respond. six-point lead into the break. Rucker paced the • Four different Black Knights reached
rival Navy at Alumni Hall on Sunday. Their level of commitment to being a good Army offense in the first half, posting 10 points double-digit scoring in the game, including
“Today was a gut check for both teams,” basketball program really speaks for itself.” in the game’s first 20. senior forward Nick Finke who reached the
Head Coach Jimmy Allen said. “I am incredibly Army’s senior class is now 5-3 against “Jalen is special,” Allen said. “He’s just a 10-point marker for the first time in his career.
proud of how our team responded. When you Navy with two contests remaining between clutch player who makes a lot of great plays • Senior forward Alex King was a force on
have the emotional level of a game in this the sides on Feb. 20 and 21 in Christl Arena. and he really stepped up today on the biggest the boards, posting a career-high 11 rebounds.
rivalry and you have to do this two days in a “It is always a very fun and emotional stage.” • Rucker’s 18 points were a career high.
row, for our guys to come out the way they did game when we play Navy,” Grayson said. The stretch of runs would continue Rucker and junior guard Josh Caldwell are
says a lot about our team.” “We circle these games on our calendar every throughout the second half, as Navy was able the only members of the team to start in every
The resilient Black Knights have showed year. The game usually comes down to the to fight back every time Army seemed to be game this season.
a knack for responding thus far this season, wire and is a testament of wills. The unique pulling away. • Six different cadets scored points in the
as they are now 4-0 when coming off a loss. schedule this year gave us a special opportunity The Midshipmen would even the game at five-minute overtime period.
Four Army players reached double-digit to play against them in back-to-back games 71-71 with just 11 seconds to go to send the • Army is now 4-0 on the season following
points in the game, with senior guard Lonnie and fortunately we were able to come out on game to overtime. Grayson led Army with 11 a loss.
Grayson leading the team with 19 points. top today.” points in the half. • The team’s 9-4 start is Army’s best since
Freshman point guard Jalen Rucker had a After Army jumped out to a 7-0 lead to Navy would take its first lead of the game at 2015-16 when the Black Knights opened 10-3.You can also read
